Fire Consultant in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

A respected fire safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Fire Consultant to strengthen their growing team in Newcastle. The successful Fire Consultant will work across a diverse range of developments throughout the North East, supporting clients with practical and technically sound fire safety advice.

The appointed Fire Consultant will be involved in projects from early design through to completion, working closely with developers, architects and wider design teams.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing fire strategies for new-build and existing buildings

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and design information

• Providing advice on Approved Document B and relevant British Standards

• Carrying out fire safety inspections and assessments

• Producing detailed technical reports

• Liaising with clients, contractors and design teams

• Supporting Building Regulations submissions

• Assisting with fire safety matters relating to higher-risk and complex buildings

The successful Fire Consultant will ideally hold:

• A degree or relevant qualification in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety or a related subject

• Previous experience within a fire consultancy or similar technical environment

• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety guidance and legislation

• Experience producing fire strategies or fire safety reports

• Good communication and client-facing skills

• Membership of the IFE or another relevant professional body would be beneficial

• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous

The Fire Consultant will receive:

• £45,000-£55,000, depending on experience

• Hybrid working opportunities

• Pension and generous holiday allowance

• Support towards professional development and chartership

• Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects

• Clear opportunities for career progression

This is an excellent opportunity for a Fire Consultant looking to develop their career with an established consultancy while working across Newcastle and the wider North East.

Ref: LB67684

Fire Consultant/ Fire Risk Assessment/ Fire Strategy / Fire Safety Engineering / Building Safety / Fire Compliance / Fire Modelling / Fire Consultancy / Building Regulations / Fire Risk/ Senior Fire/ Senior